The Tower T17137MSH is a large‑capacity, dual‑basket air fryer designed to make weeknight dinners faster and a bit healthier. With an 8.5‑litre capacity split across two baskets and a 2400W heating system, it aims to replace your oven for most everyday meals.
Tower is well known in the UK for solid, good‑value small appliances rather than flashy premium gadgets, and this model fits that mould: practical, family‑focused and feature‑rich without going overboard on complexity.
A 4.9 out of 5 rating from dozens of owner reviews suggests it’s doing a lot right in real kitchens, especially for busy households that want to cut down on oil and cooking time.
The T17137MSH is ideal for families and shared homes that cook most evenings. The generous 8.5‑litre capacity and two baskets make it easy to cook mains and sides together, or to feed several people in one go without resorting to the oven.
If you’re stepping up from a smaller, single‑basket air fryer, this will suit you well. Touch controls, a clear display and automatic cooking programmes take the guesswork out, so you don’t need to be a kitchen whizz to get good results.
It’s a strong option for anyone trying to eat a bit healthier without giving up favourites like chips, chicken wings or roast dinners. The Vortx hot‑air technology and maximum 200°C temperature give you crisp results with far less oil than deep frying.
Budget‑wise, it sits in the mid‑range of air fryers: more than a basic compact model, but justifiable if you regularly cook for three or more people and want the flexibility of dual baskets and multiple functions including roast, bake, grill and dehydration.
The standout benefit is capacity. At 8.5 litres across two baskets, there’s plenty of room to cook a full meal in one hit – for example, chicken in one drawer and veg or chips in the other – which cuts down on oven use and speeds up dinner.
The 2400W power and Vortx hot‑air technology mean it heats quickly and cooks efficiently, so food tends to crisp up nicely without needing much oil. That’s ideal if you’re trying to reduce fat but still want texture and flavour.
A touch control panel with a display and automatic cooking programmes makes it easy to pick suitable settings without constantly tweaking time and temperature. The remaining time indicator and ready lights also help you keep track at a glance.
Versatility is another plus. As well as air frying, it can roast, bake, grill and even dehydrate, so it can stand in for your oven for many dishes and handle everything from Sunday roasts to snacks like dried fruit.
Practical touches such as non‑stick, removable bowls, a cool‑touch handle, non‑slip feet and overheating protection make it safer and easier to use day‑to‑day. A three‑year manufacturer warranty is generous for this type of appliance and adds peace of mind.
Despite the large capacity, the components are not listed as dishwasher safe, so you’ll be hand‑washing the baskets and bowls. The non‑stick finish helps, but it’s still a bit more effort than some rivals that can go straight in the dishwasher.
The maximum temperature tops out at 200°C, which is perfectly adequate for most dishes, but some competing air fryers now reach 220°C or higher for extra browning power. If you like very dark, crispy finishes, you may need to cook a little longer.
There’s no keep‑warm or steam function, and no mention of synchronised finish modes between the two baskets. You can still cook two different foods at once, but you might need to do a bit of manual planning if they require different times.
Finally, the short 0.9 m power cord gives you less flexibility on where it lives on the worktop, so you’ll want a socket fairly close by.
Day to day, the T17137MSH is built to be straightforward. The touch controls are clearly laid out, and the integrated display shows both settings and remaining time, so you’re not guessing when dinner will be ready. The ready indicator light backs this up with a simple visual cue.
The dual‑basket layout is a real timesaver in practice. You can cook different foods separately without flavours mingling, yet still rely on the same appliance. It feels more like using a small double oven than a traditional single‑drawer fryer.
Cleaning is simple but not entirely hands‑off. The non‑stick, removable bowls mean most food residue wipes away easily with warm soapy water, but because the components aren’t dishwasher safe, you’ll need to allow a couple of minutes to wash up after each use.
On the counter, its footprint (around 30 x 37 x 26 cm) is reasonable for the capacity, but it isn’t tiny, so you’ll want a dedicated spot. The cool‑touch handle and non‑slip feet make it feel secure and safe when moving or checking food, and auto power‑off plus overheating protection add reassurance if you’re prone to multitasking in the kitchen.
With 2400W of power, the Tower T17137MSH gets up to temperature quickly and circulates hot air efficiently using its Vortx technology. This rapid airflow is what gives you crisp chips and evenly cooked chicken without the need to preheat a full‑sized oven.
The 8.5‑litre capacity and two baskets are central to its performance appeal. You can cook multiple components of a meal in parallel, which not only saves time but can also cut energy use compared to running an oven for the same job.
The range of cooking functions is broad for this type of appliance. As well as standard air frying, it offers roast, bake and grill options, letting you handle everything from tray‑bake vegetables to small joints of meat. The dehydration function is a nice extra for those who like to experiment with homemade snacks such as dried fruit or veggie crisps.
Automatic cooking programmes take advantage of these functions by providing preset time and temperature combinations. Combined with the timer and remaining time indicator, they help reduce the risk of over‑ or under‑cooking, especially if you’re new to air fryers.
Safety and convenience features round things off. Overheating protection, auto power‑off and an indication light help keep operation safe and idiot‑proof, while the cool‑touch handle and non‑slip feet make it feel well thought through as a family appliance.
Considering the generous 8.5‑litre capacity, dual baskets and 2400W power, the T17137MSH offers strong value in the mid‑range air fryer bracket. You’re paying more than for a basic compact fryer, but you’re getting a much more capable, oven‑replacement style appliance.
The feature set is competitive: multiple cooking modes, auto programmes, a clear touch interface, dehydration function and robust safety features are all things you’d expect from more expensive models. The main compromise is the lack of dishwasher‑safe parts and a few premium extras like keep‑warm or very high temperature settings.
A three‑year manufacturer warranty is longer than many rivals, which boosts its overall value proposition. Coupled with a 4.9/5 user rating from a solid number of reviews, it’s easy to recommend for households that will make full use of the capacity and dual‑basket design.
If you only cook for one or two people and don’t need the extra space, you could save money with a smaller model, but for busy families this strikes a very good balance between price, performance and longevity.
The Tower T17137MSH is a well‑specced, family‑friendly air fryer that genuinely reduces reliance on the main oven. Its combination of an 8.5‑litre capacity, dual baskets and 2400W power makes it a strong all‑rounder for everything from weeknight chips to Sunday roasts.
It shines for busy households that want healthier, faster cooking with minimal fuss. Automatic programmes, a clear touch display and multiple cooking modes make it easy to get good results, and the three‑year warranty plus excellent user ratings suggest it’s built to last.
You do sacrifice dishwasher‑safe parts and a few premium extras, and you’ll need the worktop space to accommodate it. But if you’re looking for a capable, versatile air fryer that can handle family‑sized meals without straying into premium‑price territory, this Tower model is a very strong contender.
